Santa Ana · Orange County, CA
Food & Drink in Santa Ana
Scout analyzed 62 Santa Ana places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
62
Matches
16
Typical spend
$35
Typical visit
1.1 hr
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Food & Drink
XIBEI EATERY
XIBEI EATERY is a casual Asian restaurant suitable for a quick meal, often paired with a shopping trip or errands. Expect to spend 60 minutes and $15-30 per person for a satisfying meal.
Downtown
Crave Restaurant Downtown Santa Ana
Crave is suitable for a casual meal, coffee, or light bite, often paired with errands or exploring downtown Santa Ana. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit of under an hour.
Downtown
Den Cafe
Den Cafe is a bohemian coffee and brunch spot ideal for a relaxed meal or casual hang-out. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit lasting about an hour, pairing well with a walk around the neighborhood.
Downtown
Chapter One: the modern local
Chapter One is a modern tavern perfect for an evening out, offering cocktails and pub grub. Expect to spend $35-75 per person and stay for about 1.5 hours, possibly pairing it with a walk around downtown Santa Ana.
Lacy
Hidden House Coffee
Hidden House Coffee is suitable for a quick stop for a drink or a casual sit-down, lasting about 30-60 minutes, costing $5-$15 per person. It pairs well with other downtown Santa Ana activities.
South Coast Metro
Morton's The Steakhouse
Morton's is ideal for a dedicated evening meal for special occasions or a business dinner, typically lasting around two hours. Expect to spend $100-250 per person for food and drinks.
Downtown
Cafe Cito
Cafe Cito is a casual coffee shop suitable for a quick stop or a relaxed solo visit, costing around $5-15 per person for a drink and snack. It's a good place to start a day or take a break before or after exploring downtown Santa Ana.
South Coast Metro
Antonello Ristorante
Antonello Ristorante is suitable for a sit-down dinner, often pairing well with a pre-show drink or post-dinner stroll. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $50-100 per person.
Lacy
Benchmark
Benchmark is suitable for a relaxed meal or cocktails, potentially as part of an evening out in Santa Ana, costing around $30-70 per person for a 1.5-hour visit. Its patio seating offers a pleasant mixed indoor/outdoor experience.
South Coast Metro
Rafael's Kitchen & Mad Coffee
Rafael's Kitchen and Mad Coffee is a versatile spot for a casual meal or coffee any day of the week, suitable for families or solo visits. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a typical visit of about an hour.
Downtown
Lola Gaspar
Lola Gaspar is a good stop for tapas and creative cocktails, suitable for an evening meal or late-night drinks. Expect to spend $30-60 per person for an hour and a half visit.
Food & Drink
Santa Ana Brunch Club
This spot is suitable for a casual brunch outing with family or friends. Expect to spend about an hour and $15-30 per person, making it a good option for a weekend meal.
Downtown
Hopper & Burr
Hopper & Burr is a stylish spot for a quick coffee break or a quiet work session, typically costing $5-15 per person for about 30 minutes. It's a good stop before or after exploring downtown Santa Ana.
Santa Ana Memorial Park
Tierra Mia Coffee
Tierra Mia Coffee is good for a casual solo stop or a quick meet-up, especially for those looking for Latin-inspired coffee. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit lasting about 30 minutes, easily pairing with shopping or errands.
Irvine Spectrum Center
Hive and Honey Rooftop Bar
Hive and Honey is suitable for an evening drink or light meal, offering cocktails and tapas with city views. Expect to spend $35-75 per person for drinks and a few bites, ideal for a relaxed date or a catch-up with friends.
Irvine Business Complex
Hangar 24 Orange County
Hangar 24 is a casual spot for American pub fare and craft beer, good for a relaxed meal that might include live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $25-45 per person.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 16 of the 62 analyzed Santa Ana places fit food & drink.
- 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 19% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Quiet, Romantic, Quirky.
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